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Stella Tipton Obituary
Stella Ruth Tipton away Thursday, May 16, 2019. She entered this world on May 12, 1927. She was 92 years and 3 days old. Ruth retired from Humble ISD after 28 years of teaching. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, and cherished her family time to the end. She was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, Arthur I. Tipton, her parents Sadie and Paul Whisenhant, and a sister Pauline Grant and husband Bob. She is survived by three children: Ted Tipton (Nancy), Terri Holder (Marc), and Tammy McKnight (Jeff). Ruth has 8 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren that she was always eager to hold and love. Services held on Monday, May 20, 2019 at the First United Methodist Church in Humble, Texas. Interment was held at Rosewood Memorial Park Humble. Honored to serve as pallbearers: Josh Tipton, Andy Tipton, Lee McKnight, Dustin McKnight, Jonathan Brooks, Aaron Pate, Cody Holder, and Andy Davis.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Humble Area Retired Teachers Association for scholarships - P.O. Box 5102, Kingwood, TX 77325, or First United Methodist Church, 800 Main Street, Humble, TX 77338.
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June 28, 2019
Losing a loved one is never easy, but our loving god promises to give the strength and courage you'll need to endure, and to cope with the pain of your loss. He also promises to hold your hand every step of the way. (Isaiah 40:29, 41:10, 13) -JW-
June 22, 2019
My sincere condolences for the family. May you find comfort with God's love. Matthew 5:4.
June 19, 2019
Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one, Stella. May 1 Thessalonians 4:14 bring you some comfort in knowing that there is a future for the ones we have lost in death. They are very precious in Gods eyes. May the God of all comfort strengthen your family during this time of deep sorrow.
June 12, 2019
To Stella's family and friends, please take comfort in each other during this sad time. My deepest sympathies go out to you all.
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June 12, 2019
To Stella's family and friends, please take comfort in each other during this sad time. My deepest sympathies go out to you all.
June 9, 2019
May the God of comfort be with you at this time
Pamela Johnson
June 6, 2019
Our heavenly father has given us a life span of 70-80 years if we are especially strong. May you celebrate a life well lived and loved by many. May the words of Psalm 90:10,14 and 94:19 bring comfort to the family.
Jan
June 5, 2019
Sorry for your loss. May the peace of God soothe your heart.
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